Air Cargo / Freight Supervisor

About the role

Amentum is seeking an Air Cargo / Freight Supervisor to support a U.S. Navy program on Diego Garcia. The role oversees daily air cargo and freight operations, ensuring compliance with Navy, DoD, and aviation logistics standards.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise cargo handling, coordinate aircraft loading/unloading, and ensure safety, security, and documentation compliance.
• Lead air cargo personnel, assign tasks, monitor workflow, and manage manpower and equipment efficiently.
• Review cargo manifests, verify shipping documents, and handle priority, hazardous, oversized, or classified cargo per procedures.
• Enforce safety standards, conduct on‑the‑job training, support inspections/audits, and coordinate with aircrew and logistics teams.
• Maintain operational readiness, resolve cargo flow issues, and support mission‑critical airlift in a remote, high‑tempo environment.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years experience in air cargo, freight operations, logistics, or transportation support.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid passport (at least one year beyond hire) and ability to obtain required visas.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lb regularly and 50 lb occasionally, work outdoors, and meet medical and security requirements.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of air cargo procedures.
• Familiarity with freight documentation.
• Understanding of aviation safety standards.
• Experience with hazardous materials handling.